Hiring a painter in Victoria: licences, contracts, deposits and insurance
Painting alone needs no licence or registration in Victoria. When combined trades do, plus contracts, deposit limits, insurance and checks before you hire.
Painting advice
Painting advice from Melbourne painters
Straight answers on costs, preparation, colours and getting a finish that lasts, from a family business that has painted Melbourne since 1998.
Start hereHow much does it cost to paint a house in Melbourne?How much to paint a house in Melbourne in 2026? Whole-house price ranges for interiors and exteriors, plus what pushes your quote up or down.Read the guide →
Painter's guarantee vs paint warranty: what each one covers
A painting workmanship guarantee covers how the job was done; a paint warranty covers the paint. What each includes, common exclusions and your legal rights.
Painting asbestos eaves and fibro walls: what's safe and what isn't
Painting asbestos eaves or fibro walls? What Victorian and national guidance says, why pressure cleaning and sanding are out, and when to call a removalist.
DIY painting vs hiring a painter: which is right for your job?
DIY painting vs hiring a painter: compare the real cost, time, tools, finish and safety risks, and learn which jobs are fine to DIY and which to hand over.
Dulux vs Taubmans vs Wattyl: how the three paint brands compare
Dulux vs Taubmans vs Wattyl: how their premium interior and exterior ranges, guarantees and features compare, and how to choose the right paint for a job.
How much does exterior house painting cost in Melbourne?
Exterior house painting cost in Melbourne for 2026: single vs double storey, weatherboard vs brick vs render, plus preparation, access and scaffolding.
How much does it cost to paint a room in Melbourne?
What does it cost to paint a room in Melbourne? 2026 price ranges for bedrooms, living areas, ceilings and feature walls, plus what moves the price.
Bathroom paint mould: painting kitchens and bathrooms so it lasts
Bathroom paint mould keeps coming back when moisture is the real problem. Learn how to prepare, which paint to use and how to stop mould returning.
Commercial painting in Melbourne without disrupting your business
Commercial painting in Melbourne without the downtime: after-hours and staged work, low-odour paints, site inductions and consistent multi-site finishes.
Deck and fence painting vs staining: which lasts longer?
Deck painting vs staining compared: how each finish wears, how often it needs recoating and which suits decks or fences. Get it right first time.
Flat, low sheen, semi-gloss or gloss? A paint sheen guide for every room
Our paint sheen guide compares flat, matt, low sheen, semi-gloss and gloss by room and durability, so you can choose the right finish before you paint.
How long does it take to paint a house?
How long to paint a house in Melbourne? Typical timeframes for a room, a full interior and an exterior, plus the prep, drying and weather factors.
How often should you repaint your house?
How often to repaint a house depends on the surface, the sun and the paint. Manufacturer guidance for timber, plus the signs walls and trims are due.
How to choose a house painter in Melbourne: 10 questions to ask
Not sure how to choose a painter in Melbourne? Ask these 10 questions about insurance, quotes, prep, paint and guarantees before you sign anything.
How to choose exterior house colours for a Melbourne home
Choosing exterior house colours starts with your roof, brick and street, not a colour chart. Follow these steps to pick a scheme you will love for years.
How to paint rendered walls so the finish lasts
How to paint rendered walls so the finish lasts: curing times, salts, cracks and which coating to use, plus why paint fails on render and how to prevent it.
How to paint weatherboards: prep, paint and common problems
How to paint weatherboards so the finish lasts: preparing the boards, choosing the paint and fixing the problems that make paint fail on Melbourne homes.
How to test paint colours before you commit
How to test paint colours properly: sample pots, large boards, several walls and every time of day. Avoid the most common and costly colour mistakes.
Lead paint in older Melbourne homes: what you need to know
Lead paint is common in Melbourne homes built before 1970. Learn how to test for it, who is most at risk and how to repaint without spreading lead dust.
Paint colours for small rooms and dark rooms: what actually works
The best paint colours for small rooms and dark rooms: LRV, warm whites, sheen and ceilings. Make a tight space feel bigger and brighter.
Painting a Victorian, Edwardian or bungalow home: colours, lead and permits
Painting a Victorian, Edwardian or Californian bungalow home: period colours, careful prep, lead paint and when a council permit applies before you repaint.
Peeling, cracking and blistering paint: causes and fixes
Peeling paint, cracks and blisters all have a cause. Learn how moisture, poor adhesion, heat and chalking ruin paint, and how to stop it coming back.
Preparing for painters: how to get your home ready for interior painting
Preparing for painters is mostly clearing space, sorting colours and planning around the family. Use this checklist so your interior repaint runs smoothly.
Strata painting: a committee's guide to repainting an apartment building
A practical strata painting guide for Victorian committees: maintenance plans and funds, comparable quotes, access, colour approvals and staged works.
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